Buyer guides
Buying aircraft parts, explained plainly
Short guides from the people who source parts for airlines, MROs and lessors every day.
FAA 8130-3 vs EASA Form 1: Which Release Certificate Do You Need?
What the FAA Form 8130-3 and EASA Form 1 actually certify, how they differ, when a dual release helps, and what to check before you accept a part.
5 min readAOG Parts Sourcing Checklist: What to Send to Get a Fast, Accurate Quote
An aircraft is on the ground and the clock is running. This checklist covers exactly what information to gather so your supplier can find the right part quickly.
4 min readAircraft Part Numbers Explained: P/N, Alternates, CAGE Codes and Traceability
A plain-English guide to the identifiers on an aircraft part: part number, serial and batch numbers, alternates and supersessions, CAGE codes, and why traceability matters.
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